International Day of Sign Languages – 23 September
Sign languages unite us! The International Day of Sign Languages is a unique opportunity to support and protect the linguistic identity and cultural diversity of all deaf people and other sign language users. During the 2023 celebration of the International Day of Sign Languages, the world will once again highlight the unity generated by our sign languages. Deaf communities, governments and civil society organizations maintain their collective efforts - hand in hand - in fostering, promoting and recognizing national sign languages as part of their countries’ vibrant and diverse linguistic landscapes. According to the World Federation of the Deaf, there are more […]
International Day for Universal Access to Information – 28 September
Recognizing the significance of access to information, the 74th UN General Assembly proclaimed 28 September as the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) at the UN level in October 2019. The day had been proclaimed by the UNESCO General Conference in 2015, following the adoption of the 38 C/Resolution 57 declaring 28 September of every year as International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI). UNESCO provides a platform and frame for all the stakeholders to participate in international discussions on policy access to information in the digital era as it empowers individuals, enables informed decision-making, fosters innovation, […]
Digital course: Zero Emissions Universities LATAM
In the global fight against climate change, universities have a key role to play. Their commitment to sustainability and, in particular, to achieving a zero carbon campus, not only contributes significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions but also sets an inspiring model for other institutions and society in general. In partnership with the National Autonomous University of Mexico and the CEELA Team, UNESCO IESALC promotes the free digital course Zero Emissions Universities LATAM. This 20-hour digital training offers university professionals the opportunity to learn and share valuable knowledge on how to transform their institutions into sustainable and emission-free […]
Seminar: Digital Educational Resources for Low Connectivity
Learn how to develop and use digital educational resources adapted to environments with low connectivity. This seminar is designed for teachers and education professionals who are looking for innovative strategies to improve learning in situations where internet access is limited. This seminar will address the importance of using audiovisual and interactive resources in virtual education, with the objective of improving the teaching and learning process through more effective communication and greater interaction between the student and the content. The tools and techniques available for the development of audiovisual and interactive resources will be discussed, as well as the best practices […]
International Day of Non-Violence – 2 October
Say No to Violence The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2 October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, leader of the Indian independence movement and pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence. According to General Assembly resolution A/RES/61/271 of 15 June 2007, which established the commemoration, the International Day is an occasion to "disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness". The resolution reaffirms "the universal relevance of the principle of non-violence" and the desire "to secure a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence". Introducing the resolution in the General Assembly on behalf of 140 co-sponsors, […]
Webinar: Launch of the Policy Insight on the Recognition of Foreign Higher Education Qualifications
UNESCO has historically been a strong advocate for the recognition of qualifications acquired abroad to promote international mobility of students and professionals, ensure equitable access to higher education, facilitate the transition to labor market for professionals who studied abroad, and foster cooperation between countries. UNESCO’s Global and Regional Conventions establish universal principles to ensure fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory recognition of higher education qualifications across States Parties. The Global Convention, in force since 2023, promotes recognition, mobility and inter-university cooperation between regions, whereas the regional conventions promote this within their specific regions. UNESCO IESALC’s Policy Insight 17 takes stock of progress […]
World Teachers’ Day – 5 October
World Teachers’ Day is held annually on 5 October to celebrate all teachers around the globe. It commemorates the anniversary of the adoption of the 1966 ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers, which sets benchmarks regarding the rights and responsibilities of teachers, and standards for their initial preparation and further education, recruitment, employment, and teaching and learning conditions. The Recommendation concerning the Status of Higher-Education Teaching Personnel was adopted in 1997 to complement the 1966 Recommendation by covering teaching personnel in higher education. World Teachers’ Day has been celebrated since 1994. It is a day to celebrate how teachers […]
Seminar: Virtual Training Areas or Units – Functions and Opportunities
Explore the fundamental role of virtual training areas or units in the modern educational environment. In this seminar, we will delve into the essential functions of these units and the opportunities they offer to improve the educational quality and reach of institutions, considering the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of virtual training experiences. What will you learn? Key functions of virtual training areas Opportunities to improve educational quality Strategies for implementing and managing e-learning units Success stories and best practices Take this opportunity to learn more about how to optimize virtual training and enhance learning in your institution. Language: Spanish […]
International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction – 13 October
Natural hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions or tsunamis can trigger disasters when coupled with vulnerability and inadequate measures to mitigate their impacts. These disasters affect millions of people worldwide each year. However, the impact of natural hazards can be reduced through proactive, systematic efforts to analyze and decrease the causal factors of disasters. The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, held each year on 13 October, celebrates how people and communities around the world are reducing their exposure to natural hazards. Although it is impossible to completely eliminate disaster risk, prevention and preparedness can greatly improve the resilience of […]
United Nations Day – 24 October
A symbol of hope for global unity United Nations Day, on 24 October, marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter. With the ratification of this founding document by the majority of its signatories, including the five permanent members of the Security Council, the United Nations officially came into being. There is no other global organization with the legitimacy, convening power and normative impact of the United Nations. No other global organization gives hope to so many people for a better world and can deliver the future we want. Today, the urgency for all countries to […]
World Science Day for Peace and Development – 10 November
Celebrated every 10 November, World Science Day for Peace and Development highlights the important role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues. It also underlines the importance and relevance of science in our daily lives. By linking science more closely with society, World Science Day for Peace and Development aims to ensure that citizens are kept informed of developments in science. It also underscores the role scientists play in broadening our understanding of the remarkable, fragile planet we call home and in making our societies more sustainable. 2023 theme: […]
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women – 25 November
On 25 November 1960, the Mirabal sisters were brutally assassinated because of their identity as women and activists. Their only crime was having fought for their rights against the Dominican dictator, Rafael Trujillo (1930-1961). In 1993, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 48/104 for the Elimination of Violence Against Women which defines this type of violence as “any act of gender-based violence that results in, or is likely to result in, physical, sexual, or psychological harm or suffering to women, including threats of such acts, coercion or arbitrary deprivation of liberty, whether occurring in public or in private life.” Consequently, to solidify this […]